Temporary Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist

Lighthouse Lab Services; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse Lab Services is seeking a Temporary Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist for a short-term contract through year-end. You will support the AR team by contacting customers, managing overdue invoices, and handling inquiries related to billing and collections.

The ideal candidate has AR/collections experience, excellent communication, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role offers hourly pay between $25 and $35, with a strong focus on accuracy and timely payments.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts receivable, collections, or billing.
• Strong written and verbal communication with customers.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Contact customers regarding outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
• Support collection efforts to meet year-end AR goals.
• Ensure invoices are emailed to customers accurately and promptly.
• Monitor and respond to emails in a shared mailbox about invoicing, billing, and collections.
• Communicate professionally with customers to resolve billing questions and enable timely payments.
• Maintain records of collection activities and invoice follow-ups.
• Collaborate with AR team to prioritize items and support daily operations.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Collections

Billing

Communication

Tools

Email

Spreadsheets

Office software

Job description

Temporary Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist

Employment Type: Temporary / Contract
Pay Rate: $25–$35 per hour, depending on experience
Contract Duration: Expected to continue through the end of the year

Position Overview

Lighthouse Lab Services is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a client seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist for a short-term contract assignment. This individual will provide support to the Accounts Receivable team through year-end, helping manage customer collections, ensure invoices are sent promptly, and respond to customer inquiries related to billing and collections.

The ideal candidate has previous accounts receivable or collections experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contact customers regarding outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
• Support collection efforts to help meet year-end accounts receivable goals.
• Ensure invoices are emailed to customers accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor and respond to incoming emails in a shared mailbox, addressing questions related to invoicing, billing, and collections.
• Communicate professionally with customers to resolve billing questions and facilitate timely payments.
• Maintain accurate records of collection activities, customer communications, and invoice follow-ups.
• Collaborate with the Accounts Receivable team to prioritize outstanding items and support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts receivable, collections, billing, or a related accounting support role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly when communicating with customers about outstanding balances.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and work independently.
• Comfortable using email, spreadsheets, and standard business software.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach to resolving billing and payment issues.

Additional Details

• Hourly Pay: $25–$35, depending on experience.
• Duration: Short-term contract expected to run through the end of the year.
• Opportunity: An excellent opportunity for an experienced AR or collections professional to provide immediate support to an established team during a busy year-end period.

About us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 22 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.
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